Best Internet Providers in Arkansas County, AR
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Arkansas County, AR
Arkansas County has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Arkansas County.
Ranks compare Arkansas County with the 75 Arkansas counties.
The Best Internet in Arkansas County, AR at a Glance
Arkansas County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Brightspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Optimum
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
Ritter Communications
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Arkansas County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Arkansas County, AR?
Brightspeed is the highest-rated internet provider in Arkansas County based on 53 Arkansas customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Arkansas County?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Arkansas County
- Ritter Communications - fiber coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Optimum - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Connect 2 First - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Aristotle - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
How Arkansas County Compares to the Rest of Arkansas
Arkansas County's report card score is 8th of 75 and its connectivity index is tied 63rd of 75.
| Measure | Arkansas County | Rank among Arkansas counties | Arkansas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 89.4% | 17th of 75 | 74.6% | 71.5% | Van Buren County (99.7%) |
| Average top speed | 3,162 Mbps | 9th of 75 | 2,675 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Sebastian County (5,191 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.8 | Tied 13th of 75 | 6.8 | 7.1 | Saline County (8.9) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.4 | Tied 49th of 75 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Benton County and Sevier County (2.8) |
| Workers who work from home | 4% | Tied 61st of 75 | 9% | 15% | Lee County (19%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 89% | Tied 57th of 75 | 94% | 96% | Benton County and Faulkner County and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes with internet | 83% | Tied 31st of 75 | 87% | 91% | Benton County (94%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 49% | Tied 57th of 75 | 67% | 76% | Faulkner County (80%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 57% | Tied 57th of 75 | 71% | 81% | Benton County and Faulkner County (83%) |
| Median household income | $57,194 | 30th of 75 | $67,831 | $93,246 | Benton County ($102,099) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 11% | Tied 57th of 75 | 15% | 16% | Clark County (26%) |
Fiber reaches 89.4% of homes in Arkansas County, against 74.6% across Arkansas. Households in Arkansas County are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 4% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $57,194 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Arkansas County Compares to Its Neighbors
Arkansas County has 7 neighbors. Among them, Lonoke County has the most homes with fiber (98.6%) and Phillips County the fewest (8.0%); Arkansas County has 89.4%.
Map of Arkansas County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Arkansas County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas County (this page) | 17,149 | 89.4% | 3,162 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 23/100 |
| Lonoke County | 74,015 | 98.6% | 1,595 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 58/100 |
| Jefferson County | 67,260 | 52.6% | 2,606 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 36/100 |
| Phillips County | 16,568 | 8.0% | 924 Mbps | 5.1 | D+ | 34/100 |
| Lincoln County | 12,941 | 60.5% | 1,027 Mbps | 4.7 | C | 23/100 |
| Desha County | 11,395 | 37.7% | 1,012 Mbps | 5.7 | C | 24/100 |
| Prairie County | 8,282 | 54.8% | 1,073 Mbps | 5 | C | 15/100 |
| Monroe County | 6,799 | 64.3% | 2,517 Mbps | 4.8 | C+ | 18/100 |
Internet in Arkansas County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 90.8% of homes in 72160 (Stuttgart) to 94.8% in 72042 (DeWitt). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Arkansas County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuttgart | 8,997 | 94.8% | 4,665 Mbps | 8 | A- | 26/100 |
| DeWitt | 4,398 | 96.7% | 1,787 Mbps | 7.2 | B+ | 26/100 |
| Humphrey | 963 | 92.5% | 2,866 Mbps | 4.6 | B- | 24/100 |
| Gillett | 712 | 84.4% | 1,663 Mbps | 3.1 | C | 14/100 |
| Almyra | 543 | 17.9% | 255 Mbps | 3 | D | 21/100 |
| Casscoe | 285 | 95.8% | 960 Mbps | 2.9 | C | 8/100 |
| St. Charles | 283 | 0.0% | 52 Mbps | 1 | F | 10/100 |
| Immanuel | 238 | 89.5% | 898 Mbps | 4.8 | C | 23/100 |
| Crocketts Bluff | 178 | 65.7% | 712 Mbps | 2.6 | D+ | 12/100 |
| Tichnor | 164 | 95.7% | 961 Mbps | 3.8 | C | 11/100 |
| Lodge Corner | 144 | 21.5% | 283 Mbps | 3.8 | D | 22/100 |
| Ethel | 141 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4 | C+ | 8/100 |
| Pendleton | 109 | 17.4% | 236 Mbps | 2.1 | D- | 11/100 |
| Van | 102 | 80.4% | 833 Mbps | 5.4 | C | 9/100 |
| Red Fork | 60 | 46.7% | 480 Mbps | 3.4 | D+ | 10/100 |
ZIP codes in Arkansas County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72160 (Stuttgart) | 9,467 | 90.8% | 4,457 Mbps | 7.9 | A- | 25/100 |
| 72042 (DeWitt) | 4,741 | 94.8% | 1,711 Mbps | 7 | B | 25/100 |
| 72073 (Humphrey) | 1,034 | 94.8% | 2,764 Mbps | 4.5 | B- | 24/100 |
| 72055 (Gillett) | 744 | 83.3% | 1,619 Mbps | 3 | C | 14/100 |
| 72003 (Almyra) | 715 | 30.4% | 369 Mbps | 3.2 | D | 18/100 |
| 72026 (Casscoe) | 293 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.1 | C+ | 8/100 |
| 72140 (St. Charles) | 281 | 3.9% | 91 Mbps | 1.2 | F | 9/100 |
| 72166 (Tichnor) | 231 | 97.0% | 972 Mbps | 3.5 | C | 11/100 |
| 72048 (Ethel) | 125 | 95.2% | 954 Mbps | 3.7 | C | 8/100 |
| 72038 (Crocketts Bluff) | 74 | 63.5% | 653 Mbps | 2.4 | D+ | 8/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Arkansas County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Brightspeed. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Ritter Communications should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Arkansas County
| Ritter Communications | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Connect 2 First | 1,000 |
| Optimum | 940 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| Aristotle | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
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Customer Ratings for Arkansas County Internet Providers
Based on 53 reviews from Arkansas internet customers, Brightspeed is the best internet service provider for Arkansas County residents. Brightspeed was rated at an average of 4.67 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Arkansas, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 90.0% coverage in Arkansas County.
At a national level, based on 2592 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Arkansas County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Arkansas County, Arkansas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Arkansas County Overall | Arkansas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connect 2 First |  (1) |  (6) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Aristotle | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Arkansas County
Based on data reported by Arkansas County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Ritter Communications. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Arkansas County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Brightspeed. This indicates Brightspeed reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Arkansas County Speed | Arkansas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connect 2 First | (1) | (6) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Aristotle | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Arkansas County?
Of the providers in Arkansas County, customers rate Brightspeed the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Arkansas County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Arkansas or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Brightspeed is rated 4.67 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.20 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Arkansas County, Arkansas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Arkansas County
| ISP / Tech Type | Arkansas County Affordability | Arkansas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connect 2 First | (1) | (6) | (6) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (19) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (3) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (9) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| Ritter Communications | (0) | (6) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (5) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Aristotle | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Arkansas County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Arkansas County?
Brightspeed Fiber in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
71.7%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 71.7% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Ritter Communications Fiber in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
49.5%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Ritter Communications offers Fiber service to 49.5% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, Ritter Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Connect 2 First Fiber in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
18.0%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Connect 2 First offers Fiber service to 18.0% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, Connect 2 First Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Arkansas County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
90.0%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
78 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.0% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 78 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the county.
Aristotle Fixed Wireless in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
86.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Aristotle offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.3% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, Aristotle Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
79.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.7% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 40 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.4 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
79.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.7% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 40 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.4 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
77.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
287 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 77.4% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 287 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Arkansas County?
Optimum Cable in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
69.9%
Customer Rating:
(223)
Avg. Download Speed
352 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 69.9% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, Optimum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 352 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 940 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 35, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the county.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Arkansas County?
Brightspeed DSL in Arkansas County, AR
Availability:
53.8%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 53.8% of Arkansas County homes. Across the county, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 39 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 3.9 Mbps throughout the county. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Arkansas County from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Arkansas
Customer Reviews
James B
Connect 2 First Fiber
December 08, 2024 My internet is Connect2First fiber optic. It was installed 1 year ago and is fantastic. I live in a rural area where my only option was satellite internet before this option. It was slow and unreliable. Since the installation of Connect2First I have been very pleased with the pricing packages and speed. My family can all be on the internet at the same time with speeds up to 300 mega bits per second
An Arkansas Customer
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
March 19, 2023 I have used this service for a number of years and am.pleased with it
The speed of internet is very satisfactory. The consistency is excellent. Customer service is very helpful when needed. The price is affordable and fair. Overall I am pleased with this carrier.
Kenneth W.
Petit Jean Fiber
November 11, 2026 Usually pretty good. Today the speed test looked like mol-asses. download not too bad at 93 out of a hundred mbs, upload was a pitiful 23. ...
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Dobson Fiber
October 27, 2026 I have wanted fiber internet connection since it became available. I’m very happy with Dobson. Great internet and great personal technical support.
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Dobson Fiber
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Arkansas County?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Arkansas County is Brightspeed.
- The fastest internet provider should be Ritter Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Brightspeed may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Arkansas County is Brightspeed.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Brightspeed has the broadest coverage in Arkansas County, available to 97.4% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.